Douces (en. Sweet)

/du:s/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective

Refers to something that is pleasant, tender, or without harshness.

The sweetness of life is often simple.

Les douceurs de la vie sont souvent simples.

Refers to a sweet or tender taste.

This pastry has a sweet flavor.

Cette pâtisserie a une saveur douce.

Refers to a soothing voice or tone.

She spoke to him in a soft voice.

Elle lui parla d'une voix douce.

Derived from the Latin 'dulcis', which means 'sweet'.

sweet treats

Pleasures or sweet things.

des douceurs

sweet words

Comforting or soothing words.

douces paroles

to the sweet ear

Pleasant or agreeable to hear.

à l'oreille douce

sweetness

Quality of what is sweet.

douceur

to soften

To make sweet, less intense.

adoucir

softly

With gentleness, slowly.

doucement

Used to refer to something pleasant or agreeable.

This party is really sweet.

C'est vraiment des douces, cette fête.

May refer to comfort or tranquility.

I need a moment of sweetness after this day.

J'ai besoin d'un moment de douces après cette journée.